Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, Blackburn — Full-time Graduate Surveyor
NOVEMBER 2023 - JULY 2024
- Focused on managing commercial properties.
- In the process of becoming chartered by the RICS, with fees covered for the year.
- Managed approximately 80 commercial assets, including retail, industrial, and ground leases.
- Successfully negotiated and renewed multiple commercial leases, resulting in increased rental income and favourable rent reviews.
- Responsible for completing valuations, heads of terms, delegated powers reports, legal memos, and creating redline plans.
- Gained extensive experience with landlord and tenant relationships.
- Conducted site visits, inspections and measurements using the appropriate method.
- Managed property issues, including tenant concerns and complaints.
- Effectively managed my workload and prioritised tasks.
- Attended industry conferences and seminars to stay updated on the latest trends and best practices (CPDs).
- Completed approximately 500 inspections in three months to meet the Council's KPIs.
- Collaborated closely with legal, finance, and planning departments to ensure compliance and optimise asset performance.
- Coordinated with external stakeholders, including tenants and contractors, to address property-related issues and projects.
- Ensuring compliance with the RICS standards.
